Photinia fraseri 'Little Red Robin' – A Compact Evergreen with Striking Colour

Description and General Information

• Botanical Name: Photinia fraseri 'Little Red Robin'

• Common Name: Little Red Robin Photinia

• Plant Type: Compact evergreen shrub

• Size: Grows to around 75–90cm tall and wide, making it ideal for small gardens, patios, and containers.

• Foliage: Noted for its brilliant red young leaves, which mature to glossy, deep green, providing year-round interest and colour contrast.

• Flowers: In late spring to early summer, produces clusters of small white flowers that add seasonal charm and attract pollinators.

• Growth Habit: Dense, bushy, and compact, perfect for low hedging, edging, or specimen planting.

• Garden Uses:

  • Excellent for low borders, hedging, or ground structure.

  • Works well in containers for patios and balconies.

  • Great choice for small urban gardens where space is limited.

  • Provides year-round foliage interest, even in winter.

Planting Conditions and Best Location

• Light Requirements:

  • Thrives in full sun to partial shade.

  • Best leaf colour is achieved in sunnier spots, where the red foliage is more vibrant.

• Soil Preferences:

  • Grows in most fertile, well-drained soils.

  • Tolerates clay, loam, and sandy soils, provided they are not waterlogged.

  • Prefers a slightly acidic to neutral soil pH.

• Watering:

  • Keep well-watered during the first growing season to help establish roots.

  • Once established, it is relatively drought-tolerant but will perform best with regular watering in hot, dry spells.

• Best Location:

  • Ideal for small hedges, mixed shrub borders, or foundation planting.

  • Perfect for containers on patios, terraces, or balconies.

  • Excellent for decorative planting near entrances or paths where its foliage can be appreciated up close.

Care, Maintenance, and Seasonal Advice

• Pruning:

  • Prune in late spring or early summer after flowering to encourage new red growth.

  • Trim lightly to maintain compact shape, especially if used as a low hedge.

  • Avoid pruning in late autumn, as this can reduce winter hardiness.

• Feeding and Mulching:

  • Apply a balanced slow-release fertiliser in spring to support strong growth and vibrant foliage.

  • Mulch around the base annually with organic matter such as compost to retain soil moisture and enrich nutrients.

• General Maintenance:

  • Hardy in most UK and Irish gardens, tolerating cold winters.

  • Protect young plants from severe frost in their first season.

  • Generally low-maintenance and reliable, making it a favourite for beginner gardeners.

• Pests and Diseases:

  • Can occasionally be affected by leaf spot (causing black or brown leaf marks). Improve air circulation and avoid overhead watering to reduce risk.

  • Aphids or scale insects may appear, but infestations are usually minor and can be treated with natural or chemical controls.

• Seasonal Interest:

  • Spring: Fresh flush of bright red foliage and clusters of white flowers.

  • Summer: Glossy green mature leaves contrast beautifully with ongoing red shoots.

  • Autumn/Winter: Retains evergreen foliage, providing year-round structure and colour.

✨ Photinia fraseri 'Little Red Robin' is a vibrant, compact evergreen shrub that delivers colour in every season. Its striking red foliage, easy care, and versatility make it a perfect choice for containers, borders, and small gardens, adding long-lasting beauty with minimal maintenance.

• Size
  20-25

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